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Consumer Lifestyle

Rhythm of Life: Brands in Tempo

Cutting-edge technology and science are helping us to tune into – and manage – our natural rhythms. We explore how brands can work with consumers' cycles and tempo to upgrade products and services.

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27 Jul 2015
BY: Gwyneth Holland
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